Maximus proudly secured two new contracts to deliver the Adult Skills Fund on behalf of West Yorkshire Combined Authority.
Through these contracts, Maximus will support thousands of residents across Bradford, Leeds, and Kirklees to gain the skills they need to move into employment and build long-term careers.
The Adult Skills Fund equips adults with essential knowledge and qualifications for work, apprenticeships, or further education. Maximus will deliver a wide range of training courses focused on core skills. These include English, English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), maths, and digital literacy.
Learners will also have access to sector-specific vocational training tailored to meet the needs of the local job market.
In addition to foundational learning, Maximus will offer industry-recognised accreditations to help people move into high-demand sectors such as social care and customer service. By working closely with employers across the region, Maximus aims to remove barriers to recruitment and contribute to the economic growth of West Yorkshire.
Local impact
To support the delivery of the service, Maximus will recruit over 30 new team members locally. The organisation already has a long-standing presence in the region, employing more than 600 local Maximus colleagues.
Delivery will be further strengthened through collaboration with our Community Partnership Network, which includes more than 60 local charities, small businesses, and training organisations.
Gareth Parry, Managing Director at Maximus, said: “Having access to quality training and the right accreditations can prove a game changer for someone looking to find a well-paid, secure job. We’re excited to be delivering the Adult Skills Fund in West Yorkshire, utilising the partnerships we’ve built delivering employment and skills programmes in the local area for more than a decade.
“We’re committed to delivering a service that is accessible and open to everyone, promoting good work across the region. We estimate more than 20% of the 1,500 learners we will support each year will have a disability or health condition, playing our part to narrow the disability employment gap.”
